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well as warnings. Do you know the difference between a “helicopter” and a “hummingbird” parent? The descriptions make the choice easy (See p.20). Well worth reading is 10 Steps to Family Happiness (p.23). My favorite quote: “Optimism is so closely related to happiness that the two are practically interchangeable.” The most important question being asked in this issue is
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whether parents have the right to decide to vaccinate their children—or will it become mandatory. This controversy has so many variable factors that parents need to be informed of the serious risks involved as they consider the DNA, age and health of their particular children. One size does NOT fi t all. The billion-dollar vaccine industry is invested in silencing critics who cite thousands of adverse reactions and injuries. A MUST READ on pp 18-19, including questions to ask before vaccinating, will help parents with these vital decisions. The same is true for your pets, too. Yearly boosters are
defi nitely over-kill, pun intended. If your veterinarian strongly disagrees, fi nd a different vet! Both of my Golden Retrievers had the core vaccines after 1yr old. I have antibody titers (blood samples) done to see if a booster is really needed. My 6-yr old still does NOT need a booster. Titers cost a little more than a booster vaccine, but my dogs (as members of my family) are defi nitely worth it. Here is an excellent article re: needed frequency of dog vaccinations and adverse reactions when over-vaccinated. Click on this link:
http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/revaccination-and-dogs/ Speaking of Back-to School, all ages are welcome to attend the free University Day at South Seminole Farm and Nursery in Casselberry. On Saturday, August 15 from 9 am to 5 pm, there are many seminars, and the Ask-the-Master-Gardener Desk is open all day for your planting questions. See p. 11 for details. Hope to see you there!
Happy, Healthy Summer, Margaret Jones Bertone, Publisher Make your community a little
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his August Back-to-School issue is packed with information that parents can readily use and take advice from as
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